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EQUITREE EMERGING OPPORTUNITIES

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Benchmark BSE 500 TRI
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About Company

Equitree Capital

Equitree Capital are team of seasoned investors with over 80 years of cumulative experience. They are a long-term value investor capitalising on Compounding Effect & Tax Efficiencies. Equitree Capital has been one of the Top 10 PMS Since 2020 with an ROI of 80%. Equitree Capital focusses on small cap funds that are deep value & high growth potential. Capital Growth Fund has a portfolio hit rate of 85% rate.

Equitree Capital Emerging Opportunities

Fund Snapshot

Strategy

Pure small-cap, single-strategy PMS

Portfolio Size

12–15 stocks

Investment Horizon

5-year outlook

Target CAGR

25–30%

Minimum Investment

₹1 Cr

Average Ticket Size

₹5 Cr

AUM (May 2025)

₹730 Cr

Hard Cap

₹2,000 Cr (to preserve alpha)     

Highest 5Y TWRR

43% (Dec 2024)

Investment Philosophy

Equitree Capital uses a private-equity way of thinking in the public markets. They aim to find small companies that are undervalued and not well-known and that have good leaders and the chance to grow a lot in the future. They prefer to make strong investments instead of following short-term trends.

 

Why Small Companies?

They center on companies with a market value of ₹ 500–5,000 crore. These businesses are often overlooked by big investors but have hidden value. These “hidden gems” give a special chance to find something great. The Equitree team thinks many of the market leaders of tomorrow are still not being noticed today.

 

Long Term, Like Private Equity

They invest for 5–7 years and don't often change their portfolio. By taking large stakes (usually 3-5 %) in each company and staying invested for a long time, they try to make the most of their investment through compounding. This long-term focus helps them avoid trying to time the market and get through ups and downs.

 

Careful Research, Strong Agreement

Their process starts with finding ideas through their own screeners and industry connections. Then, they do detailed research that includes visits to plants, checking out the leaders, and doing complete financial studies to make sure they fully understand the business. They support companies managed by experienced leaders instead of unproven, new companies.

 

Value-Based Plan

Equitree is mainly a value investor. They look for businesses that are worth much more than their stock price, often less than their past worth over the last 10 years. They prefer to value investments based on current basics and like low PEG ratios (below 1) to suggest both value and growth potential, instead of depending on future promises.

 

Careful Portfolio Building

Once they find good investments, the fund creates a portfolio of 12-15 opportunities they strongly believe in. The starting investments are small (around 2-3%) and are increased only when the company performs well. They also limit risk by not investing more than 10% in one company and 25% in one industry.

 

Always Watching & Exit Strategy

They don't just invest and wait. The team watches key risk factors such as valuation, leader actions, and overall trends and actively talks with the company's management. They set clear exit points and lower their investment if valuations get too high or if the company's basics weaken.

 

Risk Management

 

  • Detailed Views: They keep a close watch on their portfolio companies through regular checks and talks with management.

 

  • Spread Out Investments: They start with smaller investments and add more later, averaging their capital into the best chances.

 

  • Shared Risk: Equitree invests with its clients. Their payout comes only after reaching a 2x return, which means their interests match those of the investors.

 

Compounding Mindset

 

Their way of thinking values patience. They think it's important to let their winners grow. This long-term, value-based plan tries to create big wealth while limiting changes.

 

Top 5 Stocks

HDFC Bank Ltd

9.56%

ICICI Bank Ltd

8.99%

Axis Bank Ltd

7.83%

Bajaj Holdings & Investment Ltd.

6.65%

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.

6.19%

 

Top 5 Sectors

Financial Services

42.6%

Automobile & Ancillaries

10.1%

Healthcare

9.6%

Construction Materials

8.5%

Consumer Discretionary

6.5%

 

Portfolio Attributes

Beta

0.76

Sharpe Ratio

0.69

Standard Deviation

11.9%

PE (current yr | FY26)

24.3

 

Portfolio Fundamentals

Earnings CAGR (FY21-25)

34.0%

ROE (current year | FY26)

12.6%

Weighted Avg M Cap

₹ 3.98 Tn.

 

Portfolio Characteristics

Large Cap

50.55%

Mid Cap

14.82%

Small Cap

31.96%

Cash

2.67%

 

Why It's Important to You

 

For investors wanting real value in India’s small-cap market, Equitree gives a different approach that is rich in research and well-matched to investor goals. Their mix of private equity rules, public market freedom, and long-term promise lets clients work with a firm that acts like an owner, not just a trader.

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At AltPort, portfolios are designed to balance protection with potential. We identify opportunities early, manage risk intelligently, and ensure your investments stay resilient through shifts. It’s steady growth without aggressive swings. If you want a portfolio that respects your appetite but still pushes for meaningful returns, this is where balance becomes strength.

 

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Equitree Capital Advisors Private Limited

AUM(Cr.) 1M 3M 6M 1Y 2Y 3Y 4Y 5Y Ince.
Performance ₹1633.02 1.25 7.87 17.34 1.13 -2.08 18.17 24.99 22.74 7.42
Benchmark NA -0.09 3.86 1.43 4.72 -0.11 12.09 11.90 10.91 13.10
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Pawan Bharaddia

Pawan Bharaddia

Pawan Bharaddia leads all investment decisions at Equitree Capital, bringing over 25 years of experience across private and public markets. Before co-founding the firm, he held senior leadership roles in renowned private equity funds and global banks, where he built a strong track record in evaluating businesses, structuring investments, and creating long-term value.    His expertise, disciplined approach, and deep understanding of small-cap ecosystems form the foundation of Equitree’s investment philosophy.

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Ssuneet Kabra

Ssuneet Kabra

Ssuneet Kabra oversees business development, investor relations, and overall strategic direction at Equitree Capital. With more than 25 years of experience in financial advisory—spanning taxation, auditing, and valuation—he brings a strong analytical and operational lens to the firm’s growth journey.  His entrepreneurial background across multiple sectors, combined with his ability to build lasting investor relationships, plays a key role in driving the firm’s expansion and credibility.

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